I’ve been noticing a trend in my inbox lately. More and more artists are just giving away music for free to their fans. In that spirit we are starting a weekly Free Music Downloads post. It’ll feature artists you may already know to the ones you should.

This Week:

LOLENE: Mixtape “Cracked Not Broken” (Electro/Pop/Dance)

Lolene was about to release Elecktric Hotel then someone leaked the tracks…BOO! Lolene went into the studio and cut a mixtape and she’s releasing it for free for her Facebook fans. It’s worth the download as she tries her hand at rapping her version of “I Wish”, covering ABBA, and remixing “Rich” and “Sexy People.”

Welcome to the Breakdown is the title track of their soon-to-be releases EP Welcome to the Breakdown. The band’s edge is their love for NES and they dress in Nintendo gear at their shows. Check IFightDragons.com for more information on these Chicago Rockers. They are currently signed to Photo Finish / Atlantic Records.

The Waylons is an East Coast indie band that get the gear out and play quite often in their territory. The Waylons are definitely an indie band to know in an ocean of talent. They are playing the RHTL Party (with DJ sets by Jaime XO) on Saturday, December 11, at Cake Shop (152 Ludlow Street, New York, NY). More info on the Waylons visit http://www.waylons.com/.